Telescopic installation structure for a shower head

Abstract

A telescopic installation structure for a shower head includes a main water pipe (1), a top spray pipe (2), and a seat (3). The main water pipe includes an inner pipe (4) and an outer pipe (5). The inner pipe (4) is arranged within the outer pipe (5). One end of the inner pipe (4) is sealed and connected to the outer pipe (5), and another end is sealed and secured to the seat (3). A rotating joint (6) is arranged between the top spray pipe (2) and the seat (3) to allow them to be rotatable to each other. The rotating joint (6) is secured to the top spray pipe (2) and the seat (3), and the inner pipe (4) and the outer pipe (5) are in communication with the top spray pipe (2) via the seat (3). When packaging before installation, the inner pipe is within the outer pipe. When installing, the relative position between the inner pipe and the outer pipe can be adjusted based on a required height.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The embodiments of the present invention relate to the technical field of shower heads, particularly, relates to a telescopic installation structure for a shower head.BACKGROUND

[0002] Showerheads are commonly used devices in daily life for water flow control. As overhead showerheads provide a relatively comfortable rinsing experience, they have become an indispensable item in modern shower systems. Since overhead showerheads may be installed at varying heights, the water pipe design needs to accommodate adjustable installation heights. Current shower systems predominantly employ multi-segment pipe designs, namely, connecting multiple pipe sections to meet different installation requirements. However, this structural design not only occupies excessive packaging space during transportation, resulting in wasteful packaging resources, but also imposes limitations on the water pressure capacity of the overhead showerheads. Prolonged usage tends to cause displacement at connection points. Therefore, further structural optimization and improvements are necessary to address these design flaws in shower system configurations.SUMMARY

[0003] In order to solve the above problem, the embodiments of the present invention provide a telescopic installation structure for a shower head.

[0004] The telescopic installation structure for a shower head includes a main water pipe, a top spray pipe, and a seat. The main water pipe includes an inner pipe and an outer pipe, the inner pipe is disposed in the outer pipe, the inner pipe and the outer pipe are configured to slide relative to each other, one end of the inner pipe is in sealed connection to the outer pipe, and another end of the inner pipe is sealed and secured to the seat, a rotating joint is arranged between the top spray pipe and the seat to allow the top spray pipe and the seat to be rotatable relative to each other, the rotating joint is secured to the top spray pipe and the seat, and the inner pipe and the outer pipe are in communication with each other by the seat.

[0005] In some embodiments, a sealed connection end between the inner pipe and the outer pipe is provided with a sealing head, the sealing head is defined with an outer positioning step, and a plurality of first sealing rings are arranged between the sealing head and an inner wall of the outer pipe.

[0006] In some embodiments, an end of the outer pipe is arranged with a positioning end, the inner pipe extends through the positioning end and is secured and sealed to the seat, the positioning end is screwed to the outer pipe, an inner side of the positioning end is provided a positioning boss, the positioning boss is defined with an inner positioning step, and the inner positioning step is configured to abut against the outer positioning step.

[0007] In some embodiments, a positioning ring is provided inside the inner positioning step.

[0008] In some embodiments, a connection point between the inner pipe and the seat is arranged with a second sealing ring.

[0009] In some embodiments, the rotating joint includes an inner joint and an outer joint, the inner joint and the outer joint is rotatable relative to each other, the inner joint and the seat are sealed and secured to each other, and the outer joint and the top spray pipe are sealed and secured to each other.

[0010] In some embodiments, the inner joint and the seat are screwed to be secured with each other, and a connection point between the inner joint and the seat is arranged with a sealing ring.

[0011] In some embodiments, a plurality of fourth sealing rings is provided between the outer joint and the top spray pipe, and the outer joint and the top spray pipe are secured to each other by a nut.

[0012] The beneficial effects provided by the embodiments of the present invention are as follows.

[0013] The main water pipe in the present invention adopts a structure including an inner pipe and an outer pipe. With the inner pipe being retracted within the outer pipe during pre-installation packaging, packaging volume may be reduced by over 30% and package material may be saved. During installation, the telescoping mechanism allows height adjustment through controlled extension of the inner pipe relative to the outer pipe, providing an adjustment range of 850-1450mm to accommodate diverse user requirements. After the height of the outer pipe and the inner piped is adjusted, an upper end of the inner pipe is rigidly secured to a wall. The top spray pipe is secured to the seat by the joint head, The adjustable lifting structure is locked by the seat being mounted to the wall, so that even a high-water pressure may not cause the lifting structure to move upward.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view of the present invention. Fig. 2 is an enlarged view of area A in Fig. 1. Fig. 3 is an enlarged view of area B in Fig. 1. Fig. 4 is an enlarged view of area C in Fig. 1. Fig. 5 is a perspective view of the present invention. DETAILED WAY

[0015] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in combination with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate the orientation or position relationships based on the orientation or position relationships shown in the drawings, which is only for the convenience of describing and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the equipment or element referred to must have, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0016] The present invention is further described in combination with the drawings below.

[0017] As illustrated in FIG. 1 to FIG. 5, the present invention provides a telescopic installation structure for a shower head. The telescopic installation structure includes a main water pipe 1, a top spray pipe 2, and a seat 3. The main water pipe 1 includes an inner pipe 4 and an outer pipe 5. The inner pipe 4 is disposed inside the outer pipe 5, and the two can slide relative to each other.

[0018] One end of the inner pipe 4 is in sealed connection with the outer pipe 5. In some embodiments, a sealed connection end between the inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5 is provided with a sealing end 7, and the sealing end 7 is defined with an outer positioning step 8. A plurality of first sealing rings 9 are provided between the sealing end 7 and an inner wall of the outer pipe 5.

[0019] As illustrated in FIG. 2, the sealing head 7 includes a plurality of protrusions, each of the plurality of first sealing rings 9 is disposed between adjacent two of the plurality of protrusions.

[0020] Another end of the inner pipe 4 is sealed and secured to the seat 3. In some embodiments, an end of the outer pipe 5 is provided with a positioning end 10. The inner pipe 4 extends through the positioning end 10 and is sealed and secured to the seat 3. A connection point between the inner pipe 4 and the seat 3 is provided with a second sealing ring 14.

[0021] In some embodiments, the positioning end 10 is screwed to the outer pipe 5. The positioning end 10 is arranged with a positioning boss 11. The positioning boss 11 is defined with an inner positioning step 12. The inner positioning step 12 is configured to abut against the outer positioning step 8.

[0022] As illustrated in FIG. 3, the inner positioning step 12 includes two raised portions, and the positioning ring 13 is disposed between the two raised portions.

[0023] A rotating joint 6 is provided between the top spray pipe 2 and the seat 3 to allow the top spray pipe 2 and the seat 3 to be rotatable. The rotating joint 6 includes an inner joint 15 and an outer joint 16. The inner joint 15 is rotatably connected to the outer joint 16. The inner joint 15 is sealed and secured to the seat 3, and the outer joint 16 is sealed and secured to the top spray pipe 2, allowing the rotating joint 6 to be secured to the top spray pipe 2 and the seat 3 respectively. The inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5 are in communication with each other by the seat 3.

[0024] In some embodiments, the inner joint 15 and the seat 3 are screwed. A connection point between the inner joint 15 and the seat 3 is provided with a third sealing ring 17. A plurality of fourth sealing rings 18 are provided between the outer joint 16 and the top spray pipe 2. The outer joint 16 and the top spray pipe 2 are secured to each other by a nut 19.

[0025] As illustrated in FIG. 4, an upper end of the outer joint 16 is defined with a plurality of recesses, each of the plurality of fourth sealing rings 18 is disposed with one of the plurality of recesses.

[0026] An inside of the positioning boss 11 is arranged with a positioning ring 13.

[0027] When not installed, the inner pipe 4 is inside the outer pipe 3, saving packaging space and reducing packaging resource waste. When installing, the inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5 are pulled to allow them to slide relative to each other to a required height for installation. This gives a very convenient installation and a wide height adjustment arrangement, and the inner positioning step 12 abuts against the outer positioning step 8 to prevent the inner and outer pipes from sliding off.

[0028] In some embodiments, a positioning ring 13 is provided in an inside of the inner positioning step 12, and the positioning ring 13 plays a positioning role in the pulling and sliding between the inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5, and can also prevent excessive friction.

[0029] The above is a detailed description to a telescopic installation structure for a shower head according to some embodiments of the present invention. The context uses specific examples to explain the principle and implementation methods of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the technical solutions disclosed by the present invention. For those skilled in the art, based on the idea of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation method and application scope. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as a limitation of the present invention.

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Embodiment Construction

[0015]In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in combination with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate the orientation or position relationships based on the orientation or position relationships shown in the drawings, which is only for the convenience of describing and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the equipment or element referred to must have, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0016]The present invention is further described in combi...

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The embodiments of the present invention relate to the technical field of shower heads, particularly, relates to a telescopic installation structure for a shower head.BACKGROUND

[0002] Showerheads are commonly used devices in daily life for water flow control. As overhead showerheads provide a relatively comfortable rinsing experience, they have become an indispensable item in modern shower systems. Since overhead showerheads may be installed at varying heights, the water pipe design needs to accommodate adjustable installation heights. Current shower systems predominantly employ multi-segment pipe designs, namely, connecting multiple pipe sections to meet different installation requirements. However, this structural design not only occupies excessive packaging space during transportation, resulting in wasteful packaging resources, but also imposes limitations on the water pressure capacity of the overhead showerheads. Prolonged usage tends to cause displacement at connection points. Therefore, further structural optimization and improvements are necessary to address these design flaws in shower system configurations.SUMMARY

[0003] In order to solve the above problem, the embodiments of the present invention provide a telescopic installation structure for a shower head.

[0004] The telescopic installation structure for a shower head includes a main water pipe, a top spray pipe, and a seat. The main water pipe includes an inner pipe and an outer pipe, the inner pipe is disposed in the outer pipe, the inner pipe and the outer pipe are configured to slide relative to each other, one end of the inner pipe is in sealed connection to the outer pipe, and another end of the inner pipe is sealed and secured to the seat, a rotating joint is arranged between the top spray pipe and the seat to allow the top spray pipe and the seat to be rotatable relative to each other, the rotating joint is secured to the top spray pipe and the seat, and the inner pipe and the outer pipe are in communication with each other by the seat.

[0005] In some embodiments, a sealed connection end between the inner pipe and the outer pipe is provided with a sealing head, the sealing head is defined with an outer positioning step, and a plurality of first sealing rings are arranged between the sealing head and an inner wall of the outer pipe.

[0006] In some embodiments, an end of the outer pipe is arranged with a positioning end, the inner pipe extends through the positioning end and is secured and sealed to the seat, the positioning end is screwed to the outer pipe, an inner side of the positioning end is provided a positioning boss, the positioning boss is defined with an inner positioning step, and the inner positioning step is configured to abut against the outer positioning step.

[0007] In some embodiments, a positioning ring is provided inside the inner positioning step.

[0008] In some embodiments, a connection point between the inner pipe and the seat is arranged with a second sealing ring.

[0009] In some embodiments, the rotating joint includes an inner joint and an outer joint, the inner joint and the outer joint is rotatable relative to each other, the inner joint and the seat are sealed and secured to each other, and the outer joint and the top spray pipe are sealed and secured to each other.

[0010] In some embodiments, the inner joint and the seat are screwed to be secured with each other, and a connection point between the inner joint and the seat is arranged with a sealing ring.

[0011] In some embodiments, a plurality of fourth sealing rings is provided between the outer joint and the top spray pipe, and the outer joint and the top spray pipe are secured to each other by a nut.

[0012] The beneficial effects provided by the embodiments of the present invention are as follows.

[0013] The main water pipe in the present invention adopts a structure including an inner pipe and an outer pipe. With the inner pipe being retracted within the outer pipe during pre-installation packaging, packaging volume may be reduced by over 30% and package material may be saved. During installation, the telescoping mechanism allows height adjustment through controlled extension of the inner pipe relative to the outer pipe, providing an adjustment range of 850-1450mm to accommodate diverse user requirements. After the height of the outer pipe and the inner piped is adjusted, an upper end of the inner pipe is rigidly secured to a wall. The top spray pipe is secured to the seat by the joint head, The adjustable lifting structure is locked by the seat being mounted to the wall, so that even a high-water pressure may not cause the lifting structure to move upward.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] FIG. 1 is a cross-sectional view of the present invention. Fig. 2 is an enlarged view of area A in Fig. 1. Fig. 3 is an enlarged view of area B in Fig. 1. Fig. 4 is an enlarged view of area C in Fig. 1. Fig. 5 is a perspective view of the present invention. DETAILED WAY

[0015] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in combination with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate the orientation or position relationships based on the orientation or position relationships shown in the drawings, which is only for the convenience of describing and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the equipment or element referred to must have, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0016] The present invention is further described in combination with the drawings below.

[0017] As illustrated in FIG. 1 to FIG. 5, the present invention provides a telescopic installation structure for a shower head. The telescopic installation structure includes a main water pipe 1, a top spray pipe 2, and a seat 3. The main water pipe 1 includes an inner pipe 4 and an outer pipe 5. The inner pipe 4 is disposed inside the outer pipe 5, and the two can slide relative to each other.

[0018] One end of the inner pipe 4 is in sealed connection with the outer pipe 5. In some embodiments, a sealed connection end between the inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5 is provided with a sealing end 7, and the sealing end 7 is defined with an outer positioning step 8. A plurality of first sealing rings 9 are provided between the sealing end 7 and an inner wall of the outer pipe 5.

[0019] As illustrated in FIG. 2, the sealing head 7 includes a plurality of protrusions, each of the plurality of first sealing rings 9 is disposed between adjacent two of the plurality of protrusions.

[0020] Another end of the inner pipe 4 is sealed and secured to the seat 3. In some embodiments, an end of the outer pipe 5 is provided with a positioning end 10. The inner pipe 4 extends through the positioning end 10 and is sealed and secured to the seat 3. A connection point between the inner pipe 4 and the seat 3 is provided with a second sealing ring 14.

[0021] In some embodiments, the positioning end 10 is screwed to the outer pipe 5. The positioning end 10 is arranged with a positioning boss 11. The positioning boss 11 is defined with an inner positioning step 12. The inner positioning step 12 is configured to abut against the outer positioning step 8.

[0022] As illustrated in FIG. 3, the inner positioning step 12 includes two raised portions, and the positioning ring 13 is disposed between the two raised portions.

[0023] A rotating joint 6 is provided between the top spray pipe 2 and the seat 3 to allow the top spray pipe 2 and the seat 3 to be rotatable. The rotating joint 6 includes an inner joint 15 and an outer joint 16. The inner joint 15 is rotatably connected to the outer joint 16. The inner joint 15 is sealed and secured to the seat 3, and the outer joint 16 is sealed and secured to the top spray pipe 2, allowing the rotating joint 6 to be secured to the top spray pipe 2 and the seat 3 respectively. The inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5 are in communication with each other by the seat 3.

[0024] In some embodiments, the inner joint 15 and the seat 3 are screwed. A connection point between the inner joint 15 and the seat 3 is provided with a third sealing ring 17. A plurality of fourth sealing rings 18 are provided between the outer joint 16 and the top spray pipe 2. The outer joint 16 and the top spray pipe 2 are secured to each other by a nut 19.

[0025] As illustrated in FIG. 4, an upper end of the outer joint 16 is defined with a plurality of recesses, each of the plurality of fourth sealing rings 18 is disposed with one of the plurality of recesses.

[0026] An inside of the positioning boss 11 is arranged with a positioning ring 13.

[0027] When not installed, the inner pipe 4 is inside the outer pipe 3, saving packaging space and reducing packaging resource waste. When installing, the inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5 are pulled to allow them to slide relative to each other to a required height for installation. This gives a very convenient installation and a wide height adjustment arrangement, and the inner positioning step 12 abuts against the outer positioning step 8 to prevent the inner and outer pipes from sliding off.

[0028] In some embodiments, a positioning ring 13 is provided in an inside of the inner positioning step 12, and the positioning ring 13 plays a positioning role in the pulling and sliding between the inner pipe 4 and the outer pipe 5, and can also prevent excessive friction.

[0029] The above is a detailed description to a telescopic installation structure for a shower head according to some embodiments of the present invention. The context uses specific examples to explain the principle and implementation methods of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the technical solutions disclosed by the present invention. For those skilled in the art, based on the idea of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation method and application scope. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as a limitation of the present invention.

Examples

Embodiment Construction

[0015]In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in combination with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate the orientation or position relationships based on the orientation or position relationships shown in the drawings, which is only for the convenience of describing and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the equipment or element referred to must have, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0016]The present invention is further described in combi...

Claims

1. A telescopic installation structure for a shower head, characterized by comprising a main water pipe (1), a top spray pipe (2), and a seat (3); wherein the main water pipe (1) comprises an inner pipe (4) and an outer pipe (5), the inner pipe (4) is disposed in the outer pipe (5), the inner pipe (4) and the outer pipe (5) are configured to slide relative to each other, one end of the inner pipe (4) is in sealed connection to the outer pipe (5), and another end of the inner pipe (4) is sealed and secured to the seat (3), a rotating joint (6) is arranged between the top spray pipe (2) and the seat (3) to allow the top spray pipe (2) and the seat (3) to be rotatable relative to each other, the rotating joint (6) is secured to the top spray pipe (2) and the seat (3), and the inner pipe (4) and the outer pipe (5) are in communication with each other by the seat (3).

2. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 1, wherein a sealed connection end between the inner pipe (4) and the outer pipe (5) is provided with a sealing head (7), the sealing head (7) is defined with an outer positioning step (8), and a plurality of first sealing rings (9) are arranged between the sealing head (7) and an inner wall of the outer pipe (5).

3. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 2, wherein the sealing head (7) comprises a plurality of protrusions, each of the plurality of first sealing rings (9) is disposed between adjacent two of the plurality of protrusions.

4. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 2, wherein an end of the outer pipe (5) is arranged with a positioning end (10), the inner pipe (4) extends through the positioning end (10) and is secured and sealed to the seat (3), the positioning end (10) is screwed to the outer pipe (5), an inner side of the positioning end (10) is provided a positioning boss (11), the positioning boss (11) is defined with an inner positioning step (12), and the inner positioning step (12) is configured to abut against the outer positioning step (8).

5. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 4, wherein a positioning ring (13) is provided inside the inner positioning step (12).

6. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 5, wherein the inner positioning step (12) comprises two raised portions, and the positioning ring (13) is disposed between the two raised portions.

7. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 4, wherein a connection point between the inner pipe (4) and the seat (3) is arranged with a second sealing ring (14).

8. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 1, wherein the rotating joint (6) comprises an inner joint (15) and an outer joint (16), the inner joint (15) and the outer joint (16) is rotatable relative to each other, the inner joint (15) and the seat (3) are sealed and secured to each other, and the outer joint (16) and the top spray pipe (2) are sealed and secured to each other.

9. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 8, wherein the inner joint (15) and the seat (3) are screwed to be secured with each other, and a connection point between the inner joint (15) and the seat (3) is arranged with a sealing ring (17).

10. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 8, wherein a plurality of fourth sealing rings (18) are provided between the outer joint (16) and the top spray pipe (2), and the outer joint (16) and the top spray pipe (2) are secured to each other by a nut (19).

11. The telescopic installation structure according to claim 8, wherein an upper end of the outer joint (16) is defined with a plurality of recesses, each of the plurality of fourth sealing rings (18) is disposed with one of the plurality of recesses.

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